Aurora Fire Rescue Emergency Operations Quiz

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What is the primary function of the Incident Safety Officer during significant incidents?

To manage resource allocation

To coordinate public communication

To lead rescue operations

To evaluate hazards and ensure personnel safety (correct)

Which principle states that activities presenting significant risk to safety should only occur if lives can be saved?

Risk Management Protocol

Risk/Benefit Principle (correct)

Command Safety Rule

Safety Operations Directive

What should the Incident Commander do when operating in or around structurally unsafe buildings?

Initiate aggressive attack operations

Abandon the scene

Deploy additional resources immediately

Consider a defensive strategy (correct)

Who is typically assigned as the Incident Safety Officer for structure fires?

The second arriving Battalion Chief Signup and view all the answers

What must the Incident Safety Officer evaluate regarding weather conditions?

Potential impacts on operation safety Signup and view all the answers

What identification tool does the Incident Safety Officer use to indicate their role?

Helmet Shield Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions is NOT acceptable concerning the safety of members?

Accepting risk when there is no possibility for saving lives or property Signup and view all the answers

During Hazmat incidents, who should be designated as the Incident Safety Officer?

A Hazmat Technician Signup and view all the answers

What does the ISO need to evaluate regarding the firefighters on scene?

Capabilities, Mental and Physical Status, and Fatigue Signup and view all the answers

What factors are evaluated under the smoke category by the ISO?

Volume, Velocity, Density, Color, and Influencing Factors Signup and view all the answers

How does the ISO mark areas deemed unsafe for operation?

With red tape to cordon off dangerous areas Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the ISO reporting to Command before entering the hot zone?

To inform about the location of entry Signup and view all the answers

Which step is NOT part of the ISO’s 360 evaluation process?

Ensuring that all crews have fulfilled their paperwork Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the ISO during an incident?

To ensure that the Incident Action Plan is followed and resources are adequate Signup and view all the answers

Which type of hazardous energy is NOT mentioned as a focus of the ISO’s evaluation?

Gravitational Signup and view all the answers

What key action does the ISO take after completing their internal/external evaluation?

Deliver a safety plan to Command to be incorporated into the IAP Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the Incident Commander once a fire scene is deemed secure?

To ensure no departmental equipment is left on-scene Signup and view all the answers

In which situation is the property deemed a criminal scene?

When there is an ongoing police investigation Signup and view all the answers

What action should the Incident Commander take if the property owner cannot be contacted at the scene?

Attempt to locate the owner and document the effort Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum staffing requirement for each company according to the established staffing model?

Four personnel on duty Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can Battalion Chiefs reduce staffing?

Only in extreme emergencies for a maximum of three hours Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Telestaff in staffing management?

To fill vacant promoted positions when staffing levels drop below minimums Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of apparatus that can be out of service for training at one time?

Four apparatus Signup and view all the answers

What documentation should be completed regarding owner notification after a fire incident?

Verification of owner contact or attempts made to contact Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a member refuses overtime more than two times in a calendar year?

The hours will be charged towards the pick list. Signup and view all the answers

Who will be called first for overtime from the Telestaff?

The first signed-up individual on the pick list of the appropriate rank. Signup and view all the answers

What is required for individuals who want to be called for overtime?

They need to sign up on Telestaff. Signup and view all the answers

In the event no one from the ranked pick list is available for overtime, who will be called next?

Members of any rank who have signed up. Signup and view all the answers

What role must be on duty at all times when contacting personnel for overtime?

A Chief Officer. Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the overtime vacancy is caused by an actor performing higher rank duties?

The vacancy is filled by a person of higher or parallel rank. Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum amount of hours that an employee shall be paid if they are not needed for their entire shift after arrival for overtime duty?

Four hours Signup and view all the answers

How many days in advance must special event staffing assignments be coordinated through the Department Staffing Office?

Three days Signup and view all the answers

What does the Battalion Chief/Staffing Office refer to for determining overtime caused by unscheduled leave?

The time an individual calls in for unscheduled leave. Signup and view all the answers

Which personnel are eligible to work overtime upon successful completion of the Recruit Academy?

Probationary firefighters. Signup and view all the answers

Which personnel are responsible for supplying the necessary equipment for Aurora Fire Rescue personnel assigned to special events?

The Operations Division Commander Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not expected of Fire Department personnel working at special events?

Working without supervision Signup and view all the answers

In the event of personal injury or accident, how are department personnel covered?

By the City of Aurora’s Workers Compensation insurance Signup and view all the answers

What action should Fire Department personnel take before leaving the event?

Contact the Event Organizer Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following protocols must Department personnel adhere to while operating at special events?

Aurora Fire Rescue Manual of Procedures Signup and view all the answers

What should personnel do to apparatus before a special event?

Inventory, stock, and prepare the apparatus Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of consecutive hours an employee can work without senior approval?

48 hours Signup and view all the answers

Who has the authority to approve extended work hours beyond 48 hours?

The Battalion Chief Signup and view all the answers

What must an individual do first in order to sign up for MSU overtime?

Login to Telestaff Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum payment guarantee for emergency overtime?

Two hours Signup and view all the answers

When is emergency overtime rate compensation applicable?

When employees are held over during a shift change Signup and view all the answers

What is the compensation rate if an employee arrives after 30 minutes during an emergency?

One and one-half times their regular rate from arrival time Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the MSU overtime sign-up procedure?

To allow personnel to schedule overtime up to 30 days in advance Signup and view all the answers

What defines emergency overtime?

Immediate response required to a given situation Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Aurora Fire Rescue Manual of Procedures

Section 6 covers Emergency Operations
The manual includes a comprehensive table of contents listing detailed sections covering various emergency procedures.

Section 6.1 - Incident Management

Incident Command System (NIMS) is adopted, following guidelines from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and NFPA 1561
Operating procedures and protocols for all emergency incidents, including drills, exercises and simulated scenarios, are included.
Minimum of two firefighters for interior attack teams is required. Likewise, two firefighters maintain standby.
The OSHA safety regulation on confined spaces and respiratory issues for firefighters is a widely recognized Federal standard, applicable in Colorado.
A minimum of four members is required where only one company is present. This is to allow two members standby outside the hazard zone.
Deviations from these guidelines are permissible in situations needing immediate action to save lives.
Operational personnel should coordinate using visual, audible and physical means.
Free-lancing, or operating without the approval of Command, is unacceptable.

Section 6.2 - Staffing Overview

A minimum of 4 personnel are on duty for each company
Battalion Chiefs can reduce staffing by 1 if necessary but only for 3 hours maximum

Section 6.3 - Shift Trades

Shift trades are managed between members.
Trades must be equivalent rank or approved by the Deputy Chief.
Trades of up to 24 hours are permissible on any other shift (maximum 48 hours)
Trades for probationary firefighters require the approval of the Deputy Chief of Operations
The maximum time for working six trades or 144 hours that are owed to another person or individual.
Any trade requests require confirmation by the two members involved.
Sick leave will be charged when calling in sick on a trade.
No-Call-No-Shows during a trade result in disciplinary actions.

Section 6.4 - Personnel Accountability

Every supervisor is responsible for maintaining their personnel's location and function at all incidents.
All personnel are accountable to the Incident Command System at each incident.
The system utilizes tablet-based incident management software, Battalion Chief vehicle command boards, and company officers' mobile data terminals (MDTs).
Helmet shields with color-coded identification passports for rank and unit designation.

Section 6.5 - Protective Clothing and Equipment

Policies about protective clothing for specific situations like structural firefighting, technical rescue, hazardous materials and wildland firefighting are outlined.
Procedures for eye, face, and hearing protection are also in place.
Any alterations to protective ensembles need prior Fire Chief approval.
Monthly inspection and record-keeping for any defects on all protective clothing items (helmets, reflective trim) must be done.

Section 6.6 - Respiratory Protection Program

Protocols for using Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) are provided
Guidelines for entering hazardous atmospheres are provided (e.g., fires, industrial, and toxic atmospheres, including those that lack ventilation), with SCBA usage in such cases
OSHA, IDLH, and NFPA standards are cited.

Section 6.7 - Rules of Air Management (ROAM)

This section emphasizes the criticality of air management among firefighters and for evacuating IDLH atmospheres before low air alarms.
Points of no return and the importance of preventative measures are also discussed.

Section 6.8 - Firefighter Safety, Mayday and Rapid Intervention Procedures

Building and hazard zone isolation protocols are outlined, featuring the use of color-coded tape (yellow = temporary for non-uniformed personnel; red = permanent for all personnel)
Precise terminology is provided (Evacuate-, Withdrawal-) about incident management procedures in hazardous situations
The intent is to facilitate faster response and resolution if immediate threat to personnel is encountered.

Section 6.9 - Accepted Practices for Structure Fires

Predetermined tactical approaches for arriving officers are outlined.
Procedures guide officers through evaluating type of building, conditions, and determining water supply needs.
Information and procedures for size-ups is given for different scenarios.

Section 6.10 - Commercial Structures Accepted Practices

Detailed guidelines focusing on operational protocols for commercial fires
Categorized by building construction and different fire hazard factors
Includes methods to determine if a building is unoccupied
Guidance on fire-related hazards is identified
Emphasis on safety protocol and evaluation of structure before any action or operations

Section 6.11 - High Rise Procedures

Procedures for operational protocols at high-rise structures (75 ft higher)
Includes guidelines on ensuring early and timely evacuation of occupants and ensuring safety of personnel
Section outlines roles and responsibilities for initial and subsequent company arrival and actions
Identification of different levels, considerations for potential hazards are stated.

Section 6.12 - Rehabilitation and Medical Monitoring

Procedures emphasize formal and informal rehabilitation strategies at the incident scene.
Conditions requiring formal and informal rehab are established and discussed (heat index above 90 degrees or wind-chill index below 10 degrees).
Rehab protocols (rest, hydration, cooling, and accountability release) need to occur during extended operations.

Section 6.13- Medical Support Unit Program

The purpose of the Medical Support Unit Program is to manage the high call volume of medical emergencies
Objectives include: personnel load management, adequate citywide coverage during peak emergency response time, coverage for large-scale incidents.

### Section 6.14 - Mass Casualty Incidents

Standardized roles and procedures to enhance coordinated effort among various entities during a mass casualty event (MCI).
Includes identification of best uses of resources with prioritization for triage
Establish staging areas for ambulances and support transport strategies

Section 6.15 - Coordination with Aurora Police Department/Law Enforcement

Protocols for joint response to incidents (both departments) are outlined
This includes procedures for establishing and maintaining communications and transitions of command in different situations
Procedures aim at improving safety for both Fire and Police personnel when they respond to one another's calls (and vice versa)

### Section 6.16 - Active Shooter/Hostile Event Response

Addresses procedures for active shooter/hostile situations (ASHER)
Defines areas and responsibilities
Outlines roles and responsibilities for the first and the subsequent responding units, and special team roles
Includes protocol for handling different weapon types and associated safety concerns.
Identifies how to handle hostage/rescue situations.

Section 6.17 - Civil Unrest/Terrorism

Guides first responders' actions at unrest and terrorist events.
Protocol changes for responding in these conditions, including modified approach and response plans for different crisis levels.
Roles and responsibilities are assigned
Communications and cooperation with APD is emphasized.

Section 6.18 - Bomb Threat/Explosive Devices

Procedures cover bomb threats and explosives
Procedures include pre-explosion and post-explosion response plans, including securing areas, evacuation, and handling hazardous materials.
Collaboration with authorities, including APD and the Bomb Squad, is paramount.
Responsibilities for identification of explosive materials are assigned to Fire Investigators, and an appropriate protocol is established.

Section 6.19 - Commuter/Light Rail Response

Procedures are for responding to commuter and light rail accidents.
Procedures cover various circumstances like the risk of contact with overhead power lines.
Safety procedures, triage and transport protocols for passengers and railway crew are highlighted

Section 6.20 - Unconventional Requests for Service

Outlines procedures for non-standard or unconventional calls (e.g., requests for mutual aid, large-scale events)
Includes procedures for multiple alarm responses and communicating with other organizations and departments when requests for mutual aid are required.

Section 6.21 - Requesting Air Ambulance

Details procedures for requesting a helicopter ambulance
Establishing landing zones (LZs) for helicopter ambulances, and maintaining safety conditions
Duties and responsibilities for the officer managing LZ, pre-flight phases

Section 6.22 - Utility (Natural Gas) Emergencies

Procedures address gas leak and pipeline emergencies.
Procedures cover strategies, including evacuation, isolation/shutdown of gas lines, and notification of specialists.
Risk assessment and safety procedures are essential when responding to these incidents.

Section 6.23 - Response to Carbon Monoxide Alarms

Protocols for responding to carbon monoxide alarms
The criteria and procedures for evacuating building and assessing occupant health are included.

Section 6.24 - Traffic Incident Management

Procedures focus on coordinating between Fire Rescue and local law enforcement (APD/ACSO) in traffic incidents. These incidents include: safety considerations, proper setup for apparatus to prevent harm and protection for crews and public, and traffic control measures
Procedures and techniques for handling roadside incidents, creating safe zones to protect responders and the public, and communication are included

Section 6.25 - Response to Automatic Fire Alarms

Guidelines for investigating automatically triggered alarms
Procedures for locating fire, identifying the cause of activation, and evacuating or mitigating potential threats are included.
Emphasis is on minimizing disruption and assuring building safety

Section 6.26 - Standardized Company Evolutions

Standard procedures for training to ensure proficiency
Establishing standardized and recurring company level training exercises and drills (e.g., for Engine and Ladder Companies).

Section 6.27 - Elevator and Standpipe Operations

Procedures for safely deploying and using elevators and standpipes in emergencies.
The procedures describe how to operate the equipment, safety considerations, and how to avoid potential problems.

Section 6.28 - Thermal Imaging Cameras (TIC)

Using Thermal Imaging Cameras (TICs) for operations. Proper use (conditions, safety concerns).
The purpose of these guidelines is to describe when and how TICs should be used during emergency response

Section 6.29 - Post Incident Analysis (PIA)

Procedures regarding analyzing incidents
This section emphasizes the importance of post-incident review to identify areas for improvement and enhance future emergency response
The role of the Incident Commander in orchestrating the post-incident analysis process is highlighted.

Section 6.30 - Personnel Roving Policy

Procedures for covering staffing shortages
Details personnel and tasks that can be transferred between stations and emergency personnel that are available.

Section 6.31 - Station Communications

Procedures for inter-shift communication (and vice versa) within the department
Procedures for written and verbal communication, station logs, and continuity of operations are detailed.

Section 6.32 - Ballistic Gear Use and Maintenance

Protocols concerning use and maintenance of ballistic gear
Conditions when ballistic gear use is required
This section emphasizes safe working procedures when handling or operating in potentially dangerous conditions.

Section 6.33 - Appendix

Supplementary information (ex. ballistic vest user guide)

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